Epilogue: Engagement Called Off

Lisbern International Airport. Kenneth, dressed in casual attire, sporting shades and a snapback, stood in the arrivals hall, waiting. It had been two years since Isabella went off to study abroad, and she hadn’t set foot in her hometown since. Throughout those two years, Kenneth had suggested multiple times that he wanted to visit her, but she had shot him down with all sorts of excuses. Their childhood friendship had slowly faded as they grew older, even though they were still engaged—Isabella remained Kenneth’s fiancée. After another one and a half hours, Kenneth finally caught a glimpse of the person he hadn’t seen for so long. She had grown taller and even more stunning. Isabella Murray was wearing ripped jeans and a t-shirt that exposed one of her shoulders. It was a far cry from her previous image as the sweet and innocent girl next door. ‘Isabella!’ Kenneth called out, his voice filled with a mix of excitement and longing. Isabella heard her name and turned towards the sound. H